The District Venue

Guest capacity

Up to 350 seated guests

About this venue

The District Venue is an elegant wedding venue in Des Moines, IA. This modern-chic space has been designed with countless amenities in order to create the perfect selection that fits any budget or style. We're proud to bring our neighbors in the greater Des Moines Metro Area this fashionable two-story, all-inclusive banquet hall located in the heart of Ankeny's Prairie Trail District. We want you to be able to share your special moments with as many loved ones as you wish. Our beautifully structured venue hosts up to 350 guests for any wedding celebration, corporate party, or special event.

Seated guest capacity

  • 100-350

Venue type

  • Industrial Spaces

Venue setting

  • Indoor
1350 SW Vintage Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023

Our event spaces

Banquet Hall

Beautiful industrial chic reception hall.

This space features nearly 5000 square feet of open floor plan perfect for hosting your wedding reception with upto 350 guests!

Guest capacity

100-350 Seated

100-350 Standing

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Ceremony

complimentary set up included, beautiful chic ceremony space.

Our mezzanine level features nearly 2000 square feet of open space perfect for hosting your ceremony! No additional fee for ceremony space, set up and tear down included with your reservation!

Guest capacity

50-220 Seated

50-220 Standing

Square footage

2,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Bridal Suite

Gorgeous bridal suite!

Our beautiful bridal suite is the perfect setting for you and your bridal party to get ready for the big day! Our bridal suite is included at no additional charge, with every wedding booked here at The District Venue!

Guest capacity

1-20 Seated

1-20 Standing

Square footage

500

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Banquet Hall

Beautiful industrial chic reception hall.

This space features nearly 5000 square feet of open floor plan perfect for hosting your wedding reception with upto 350 guests!

Guest capacity

100-350 Seated

100-350 Standing

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Available services that can be provided by The District Venue

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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4.0 out of 5

3 reviews

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  • Gorgeous Venue!

    •Verified review
    •Bailey K.•Nov 3, 2025

    From the moment we first reached out to The District Venue, Erica and her team were prompt, efficient, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire planning process. They were so personable and friendly, making us feel at ease and excited for our big day. The venue itself was absolutely beautiful - cozy and classy, with a warm, inviting atmosphere that our guests raved about. The food was incredible, with generous portion sizes, and the nacho bar was a huge hit! Erica and her staff went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfect in every way. We are so grateful to The District Venue for helping to make our special day truly unforgettable.

  • Terrible experience

    •Verified review
    •Elyn•Nov 3, 2025

    e recently got married at this venue, and while our day was beautiful thanks to our friends and family, the venue itself left a lot to be desired. When we arrived the day before (which the staff knew about), nothing was set up except chairs and tablecloths — despite prior coordination and confirmation. On the wedding day, things didn’t improve. The champagne specifically requested for the head table never arrived; servers were delivering plates to empty seats before serving guests who were actually there, and water goblets weren’t placed on the tables in time — one of my bridesmaids had to step in to handle it herself. To make matters worse, one of the servers stepped on my dress, breaking my bustle, and was rude for the rest of the night. The venue coordinator was also absent for most of the morning and right before the ceremony, adding unnecessary stress during what should have been a calm and organized time. The only reason this venue is getting two stars instead of one is because of the bartenders — they were absolutely fantastic, friendly, and professional all night. Overall, the lack of organization, poor service, and inattentive staff made what should have been a seamless day much more stressful than it needed to be. I wouldn’t recommend this venue unless major improvements are made in staff training and event coordination.

  • Fall 2025 wedding

    •Verified review
    •Jasmine G.•Sep 25, 2025

    My husband and I had a wonderful experience working with The District Venue for our wedding. They were super easy to communicate with and typically responded quickly to any questions or requests we had. The venue itself was absolutely beautiful, and the food they provided was delicious. They were extremely helpful in setting everything up the day of the wedding as well as the day prior, which was so appreciated and took a lot of stress off our plate. We're so grateful to the team at The District Venue for contributing to making our special day perfect.

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